Separation Anxiety
Although Dartmouth brings people of different religions, colors, languages and cultures together, we, the student body, sacrifice the potential benefits of such a diverse campus by segregating ourselves into exclusive groups. As an international student coming from Sweden, I know what it feels like to be an "exception to the rule." I often feel left out, and sometimes wish I had a "Nordic club" to turn to, just to feel a bit more at home. Furthermore, I can understand why not all people are willing to compromise their identity and beliefs by involving themselves in cross-cultural activities; seeing the world from someone else's perspective will inevitably challenge the way you think, and can be extremely frustrating.
